Plymouth, MA

Rock of Ages – Golf in “America’s Home Town”- A “Plymouth Rock” Golf Adventure.

At A Glance

• From a Golfer Perspective
• Where is it
• A bit of History
• Courses in the Area
• Weather
• Lodgings to Consider 
• Restaurant suggestions
• Things to do and discover
• How to get there

Fast-forward to today: from a golfer’s perspective, we can be thankful that Plymouth, Massachusetts—known as “America’s Hometown”—is home to 13 golf courses, including 10 public and 3 private options. These courses are beautiful, unique, top-quality, and designed by renowned course designers. According to Links, there is an additional 29 golf courses are located within 20 miles of Plymouth, comprising 15 public, 6 municipal, and 8 private courses.

The temperate climate of the North Atlantic coast is characterized by mild, humid weather. Coastal waters tend to moderate temperatures, resulting in cooler summers and warmer winters compared to regions farther inland. As a result, most golf courses in this area typically open in early spring and remain open through Thanksgiving, with some courses in Plymouth even operating throughout the winter, weather permitting. The summers are warm and humid, but the saltwater breezes from the Atlantic make the weather quite pleasant.

This region is a golfer’s paradise. And for those who appreciate fine dining, the local restaurants are diverse and outstanding, especially if you enjoy seafood. If you feel inspired to explore, the area also offers plenty of nature and historical sites, such as the Plimouth Patuxet Museum and the Plimouth Village recreation.

Where is it

Plymouth Massachusetts, is located on the Northeast coast of the United States, adjacent to Plymouth Bay. It is approximately 57 minutes (43 miles or 69 km) southeast of Boston via MA-3 South. And from Green International Airport in Providence, Rhode Island, it takes about 1 hour and 9 minutes (62.8 miles or 101 km) using I-95 North and I-495 South.

Between Logan International Airport and Green International Airport in Providence, there are hundreds of flight options available from various locations across the USA and around the world.

A Bit of History

Plymouth, Massachusetts is “America’s Hometown.”
This moniker was bestowed on the town because it was where the pilgrims first landed on December 26th and built the first permanent settlement on our land. So it holds a significant place in American history and culture. It is also recognized as the site of our nation’s first Thanksgiving. 

In 1620, a group of England’s Puritan separatists escaped religious persecution by leaving Plymouth, England, and crossing the Great Western Ocean (now known as the Atlantic Ocean) on the Mayflower, a three-decker vessel. Their aim was to establish a settlement where they could freely practice their beliefs, and they did. They arrived after an arduous 66-day voyage. Despite the harsh conditions aboard the Mayflower, only one person died en route, and another was saved from falling overboard in rough seas.

However, upon arriving in December, the Pilgrims faced dire challenges. Their first winter conditions were awful and led to the deaths of half of the 102 passengers within the first year. They died of the cold and disease. The survivors successfully negotiated a treaty with the Wampanoag Chief Massasoit.  This allowed them to live in peace for 55 years. They founded the Plimouth Colony, it was the first English settlement.

Interesting factoid: Of the 132 individuals on board the Mayflower, which included 102 passengers and 30 crew members, only 51 had children. Interestingly, it is estimated that about 35 million people today can trace their ancestry back to one of these 51 “Pilgrims.” I’m not one of them.

Courses in the Area

So far, I have reviewed – Atlantic Country Club, Crosswinds Golf Club, Pinehiils Golf Club – The Jack Nicklaus Course, Pinehiils Golf Club-The Rees Jones Course, Southern Marsh Golf Club, and Waverly Oaks Golf Club.

Atlantic Golf & Country Club

Photo provided by Atlantic

Course Brief
The “New England Journal of Golf” boasted that the Atlantic Golf Club is one of “the most under-appreciated golf courses in Massachusetts and one of the premier golf courses south of Boston.” Golf Digest rates it as the 12th-best course in Massachusetts. It was designed by the team of Geoffery Cornish, Brian Silva, and Mark Mungeam. The course spans over 178 scenic acres and has – Holes 18, Par 72, Yds 6,728, USGA 73.1, and Slope 137 from the back tees. There are Four sets of tees. It is a big course with plenty of challenges and a nice variety of holes, gently rolling terrain, but with some elevated tee to fairway and fairway to green holes and meticulously kept bent grass fairways and greens.  The undulating greens are said to be fairly fast, I can attest to that. There are a lot of mature trees, most of them hardwoods, that turn colors in the fall and line most of the fairways. Some fairways are pretty wide open, while others are quite narrow. There’s a smattering of bunkers and just a couple of holes where water comes into play.  I had quite an enjoyable but challenging round.     

Course Details
450 Little Sandy Pond Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360,  (508) 759-6644
Website: https://www.atlanticcountryclub.net
Golf Digest Rating: 4.5
Designed by: Geoffery Cornish, Brian Silva, Mark Mungeam
Course opened: 1994
Course Type: Public
Course Style: Forest Tree-lined parkland. Undulating terrain with a few slopes to climb and descend.
Course stats from back tees: Holes 18, Par 72, Back Tees: Yds 6,728, USGA 73.1, Slope 137. –
How Many Tees: 4
Grass:   Fairways-Bent Grass, Greens-Bent Grass
Golf Season: Open all year (depending on the weather)
Rates Include: Green fees, Cart and tax.
Dynamic Pricing: Yes – As the course fills up the pricing increases or if it is not booking-up it will decrease. So lock in early and the cost will also be locked in no matter how much the course fills up.  Credit cards are required to hold the tee time but are not charged until your check-in day of play.
Seasons and rates: The rates provided below are our best estimates for 18 holes. Categorized by season, day of week, and morning/afternoon tee times. Please be aware that rates can vary significantly by course, so checking with the Pro Shop for the most accurate information is important. We recommend booking early to confirm your reservation, as rates are subject to change as the courses fill up. Additionally, inquire with the pro shop about walking, 9-hole, and twilight rates. Again, the season-based rates provided below are estimates obtained from conversations with the respective pro shops. These rates are further broken down by season, day of week, and time of day (AM/PM) and are subject to change.

Discount Playing a Second Round: Replay specials generally about 1/2 the first round rate.  Also there is a discount if you play their sister course as well – True Blue.
Discounts: None – Senior, Military, or 1st responder discounts
Tee Time Booking: Book on the website or call the pro shop up to a year in advance for any size group.
Advanced Tee Times: Yes, up to a year in advance
Group Tee Times Scheduled: Call and ask for Kevin McQuire
Cancellation Policy: Generally, they require that you cancel your tee time at least 48 hours in advance to avoid any cancellation fees. It’s always a good idea to check directly with the course for the most up-to-date and specific policy details.
Power Cart Rates if not included in Green Fees: Included
GPS on all carts: Yes and included in the price
Walking: Yes – but no push carts available – You must carry or bring your own.
Range Ball Rates if not included in Green Fees: Included
Driving Range: Nope – but there is a range just down the road a bit at Caledonia’s sister course, True Blue. This is not exactly convenient. Give yourself some extra time if you want to warm up before your round.
Put and Chip Practice: There is a large chipping area with a few different small putting greens. Clubhouse: Yes
Pro Shop: Yes full pro shop
Club Rentals: Yes – Must call ahead of time $63
Food: Club House (Limited Breakfast but nice Lunch, Dinner)
Bar: Full service. Open from 10am.
Beverage Carts: Most of the time, especially in-season
Caddie Service: NO
Golf School:  NO – but on the sister Course True Blue, there is the Dresser Academy, a full golf school and teaching Pros as well.
Golf Lessons: Yes, individual lessons can be scheduled with qualified golf instructors.
Aeration: The course is closed during this time. Generally – twice a season, 2 to 3 weeks in June – This year, 2024, the 17 to the 21st. And 2nd aeration in mid-August. Check with the course for exact dates.
Over-Seeding: Generally varies depending on the ground crew.
Dress Code: No denim, collared shirt, pants or Bermuda shorts
Metal Spikes: Not allowed
Alcohol on the Course: Only if it was purchased from the course – not your own
Events and Group Outings: Yes Weddings, Meetings, Group outings, Golf tournaments etc.  Call for details.
Stay & Play Packages: Yes – https://caledoniagolfvacations.com
Bugs and Beasts:
Bugs: Mosquitoes – From March until November, you can expect to encounter mosquitoes!  No-see-ums as well, also called biting midges. Either cover up or use a good bug repellant. And or hope for a nice ocean breeze.
Beasts: There are alligators in them, their ponds and waters – be careful retrieving water balls. Gators apparently like hanging out on Strantz’s beach bunkers near the 18th green. Also, on the 14th, the pond is on the left side of the green. It is said that it is not unusual to find multiple gators there enjoying the Island sunshine.

Crosswinds Golf Club – 27 holes

Photo provided by Crosswinds GC

Course Brief
There are 3 nines designed by the award-winning team of Michael Hurdzan and Dana Fry. It looks like they took great advantage of the surrounding stunning landscape and the natural topography. As I can attest, the nines are beautifully designed and challenging, yet fun. It offers dramatic elevation changes and a unique blend of rolling fairways and large, gently undulating greens. There are panoramic views and comfortable spacing between holes for a resort-style atmosphere. Several of the holes border sensitive environmental areas, including cranberry bogs, which are a wonder to behold in the fall when the berries are ripe and deep red for harvest. Water comes into play on at least a half dozen holes throughout the courses, and there are strategic bunkers on both the fairways and protecting the greens. The course also offers great views of the surrounding countryside from several elevated tees.

Each Nine is named after One of the greatest American golfers in the history of the sport… Bobby Jones, Francis Oimet, and Babe Zaharias: Bobby Jones entered his first national golf championship at the age of 14. Jones won four U.S. Open championships and finished second four more times during his career. He also won three of the four British Open championships in which he competed…Francis Oimet – He was the first amateur to win the U.S. Open. The biggest crowds ever seen in American golf followed the playoffs, and his achievement was front-page nationwide news. Oimet’s U.S. Open success is credited for bringing golf into the American sporting mainstream….Babe Zaharias – Ms. Zaharias was an Olympian, and as far as golf was concerned, she made one of the greatest comebacks in sports history – winning the National Women’s Open and the Tam O’Shanter All-American golf tournaments after major cancer surgery. In 1950, the Associated Press named Zaharias the most outstanding woman athlete of the first half of the 20th century.

Crosswinds Club Details – Course Details
424 Long Pond Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360 (508) 830-1199
Website: https://www.golfcrosswinds.com/contactus/
Golf Digest Course Rating: Not rated – But rated as one of the best public play courses in the state.
Designed by: By the award-winning team of Michael Hurdzan and Dana Fry.
Course opened: 2002
Course Type: Public
Course Style: Tree-lined parkland layout. Undulating terrain with several slopes to climb.
Course stats from Back tees: Holes 27, Par 72,
Jones + Ouimet = Yds 7,077, slope 136, USGA 73.7
Ouimet + Zaharias = Yds 7,108, Slope 139, USGA 74.8
Zaharias + Jones = Yds 7,017, Slope 140, USGA 73.9
How many Tees:  4 sets of tees
Grass:   Fairways-Ben Grass, Greens-Ben Grass
Golf Season: Open all year (depending on the weather)  
Rates include: Green fees, Carts and tax
Dynamic Pricing: No
What are the Rates by season:
The rates provided below are our best estimates for 18 holes. Categorized by season, day of week, and morning/afternoon tee times. Please be aware that rates can vary significantly by course, so checking with the Pro Shop for the most accurate information is important. We recommend booking early to confirm your reservation, as rates are subject to change as the courses fill up. Additionally, inquire with the pro shop about walking, 9-hole, and twilight rates. Again, the season-based rates provided below are estimates obtained from conversations with the respective pro shops. These rates are further broken down by season, day of week, and time of day (AM/PM) and are subject to change.

Discount 2nd round same day: $37/$40
Discounts: None for Senior:  Military:  1st responders:
Tee time Booking:  Reservations are accepted up to 7 days in advance.  Note: Although not guaranteed – there is the possibility if you book 2 days in a row, you will play a different set of nines each day.

Advanced Tee Times – Please fill out an outing reservations worksheet for large groups or bookings over 7 days in advance.  $20 per tee time
Group Tee times: Yes  – Need to call for reservations. https://www.golfcrosswinds.com/outing-inquiry/
Cancellation Policy: Tee-time reservations can be canceled 24 hours prior to tee-off without penalty. Groups will be accountable for full payment, including no-shows. Please call the Pro Shop ASAP if you have a no-show and we will make every effort to fill the vacancy.
Power Cart Rates, if not included in Green Fees: Included
GPS on All Carts: NO]
Walking: Walking allowed but recommended – Use your bag not pull carts
Range Ball Rates if not included in Green Fees: $5 half basket / $10 full basket
Driving Range: yes  – Grass and Matts features multi-level grass tees overlooking four large target greens.
Put and Chipping Practice: Multiple chipping and putting greens to fine-tune your skills
Clubhouse: Yes – Restaurant, Bar – Event and meeting space
Pro-shop: Small and minimally stocked
Club Rentals: Yes – but order before the round. $30
Food: Restaurant Yes – Grill foods – hot food and cold beverages
Bar: Yes – Small lounge area with a fully stocked bar
Beverage cart: Yes, but depends on the season
Caddie Service: NO
Golf School:  NO
Golf Lessons: A former PGA assistant pro available for individual and group
Aeration: Generally mid-April and early October. Check with the course for exact dates.
Over-seeding: No or it coincides with the aeration schedule.
Dress Code: Proper golf attire required. Collared shirts or turtlenecks, walking shorts of Bermuda length. Tank tops, t-shirts, sweat pants, gym style or short shorts and denim are not permitted.
Metal Spikes: Not allowed
Alcohol allowed on the course: NO – All food and beverages consumed on the property must be purchased from the clubhouse or beverage cart. Coolers are not permitted on the golf course or on the golf carts. Alcohol not purchased on-site is not permitted on the golf course or in the parking lot.
Event Hosting:  Tournaments, events, and meeting space.
Call the pro shop and ask for a meeting coordinator.
Stay and Play Packages:  Via independent hotels – Jen Dale – 508-221-2695, Bay Side Resort – Andrea Commings 508-775-5669, Irish Village –  O’Brian 508-394-9300
Bugs and Beasts:
Bugs: Mosquitoes – The northeast is home to a seemingly endless array of pesky insects from March until November. You can expect to encounter mosquitoes or No-see-ums (also known as sand flees orbiting midges). In New England, They have a few frustrating flies that bite…Black flies, deer flies, and horse flies are the most common. Either cover up or use a good bug repellant. And or hope for a nice ocean breeze.
Beasts: NO gators, bears, or wolves, but lots of different bees of varying types; careful to retrieve balls from or near hollowed or downed trees.  Be aware of the surroundings when looking for balls, and lead with a club.

Pinehiils Golf Club – Two -18 hole courses side by side.

Pinehills Golf Club has two spectacular golf courses…The Nicklaus and the Jones. “They were created to rival the country’s most prestigious golf clubs in the USA, bringing world-class, daily-fee golf to New England.” located just a short drive away from Boston and Cape Cod. It has one of New England’s most extensive practice facilities, and the Pinehills Golf Academy provides quality PGA instruction. You’ll also enjoy a grand Clubhouse, offering gracious amenities and fine dining, as well as an array of elegant settings for special events, including golf outings, wedding receptions, and social gatherings.”

Pinehiils Golf Club – The Jack Nicklaus Course

Photo provided by Pinehills GC

Course Brief
Designed by the Bear’s son Jack Jr., The Nicklaus Course is spectacularly set on over 300 acres of rolling hills punctuated by dramatic, glacially carved kettles and kames (A kame, or knob, is a glacial landform, an irregularly shaped hill or mound composed of sand, gravel).  The course is also in a densely wooded pine forest. Each whole is carved out of the trees, giving each its own distinct experience.  Gently rolling fairways are framed by these tall pines, leading to well relatively easy to get to greens that have subtle rolling complexities. The greens are firm and fast. And it is said that the putts do not break as much as they look! Says who! A classic variety of holes makes this course both beautiful and challenging. Keep in mind that the fairways are tree-lined from start to finish, although the playing corridors are wide enough to allow for a good free-swinging experience. Forced carries over fescue, fescue forest, or water can make some holes difficult, to say the least.  From my perspective, the course is not walkable at all.  Some tees are a considerable distance from the previous green.  Some big elevation changes allow for some terrific and expansive views over the treetop. Five sets of tees allow this daily-fee golf course to play from 5,185 to 7,243 yards.

Pinehiils Golf Club – Nicklaus Details
54 Clubhouse Dr., Plymouth, MA 02360, 508-209-3000
Website: https://www.pinehillsgolf.com/rates-policies/= Golf Digest course Rating: 4.7
Designed by: Jack Nicklaus, Jr. and David Heatwole
Course opened: 2002
Course Type: Semi-Private – Daily fee
Course Style: Tree-lined Parkland layout. Undulating terrain with several slopes to climb
Course stats from back tees: Holes 18, Par 72,
Back Tees: Yards 7,243, Slope 135, Rating 75.2
How many tees: 4
Grass: Fairways-Ben Grass, Greens-Ben Grass  
Golf Season: Closes after Thanksgiving and reopens in March depending on the weather
Rates Include: Green fees, Cart, Range Balls, and tax . Note – regarding range balls – No need to go to a ball machine as unlimited balls are available at each hitting bay.
Dynamic Pricing: No
Seasons and Rates:
The rates provided below are our best estimates for 18 holes. Categorized by season, day of week, and morning/afternoon tee times. Please be aware that rates can vary significantly by course, so checking with the Pro Shop for the most accurate information is important. We recommend booking early to confirm your reservation, as rates are subject to change as the courses fill up. Additionally, inquire with the pro shop about walking, 9-hole, and twilight rates. Again, the season-based rates provided below are estimates obtained from conversations with the respective pro shops. These rates are further broken down by season, day of week, and time of day (AM/PM) and are subject to change.

Discount for 2nd round same day: $90 M-T, $105  F-S-H
Discounts: None for Senior, Military, or 1st responder
Tee Time Booking: Tee Times may be reserved 7 days in advance by phone – Call
Advanced Tee Times:  10 days in advance online. Further – Advanced tee times for weekends (Friday-Sunday) may be booked starting in February for the same calendar year.  Advanced tee times require full payment at the time of reservation.  To book advanced tee times, please call the Director of Golf – at 508-209-3000 ext 116
Group Tee times scheduled: To book a group tee time, please call the Director of Golf – 508-209-3000 ext 116
Cancellation Policy: Tee-time reservations can be canceled 24 hours before tee-off without penalty. Groups will be accountable for full payment, including no-shows. Please call the Pro Shop ASAP if you have a no-show, and we will try to fill the vacancy.
Power Cart Rates, if not included in Green Fees: Included
GPS on All Carts: Yes and included in the price
Walking: Discouraged and there are no discounts
Range Ball Rates if not included in Green Fees: Included
Driving Range: Yes and large grass area –  Balls free on the range
Put and Chip Practice: Included in the green fees and includes sand trap, chipping, putting and grass driving tees yes
Clubhouse: Clubhouse: Yes – Restaurant, Bar – clubhouse and patio are beautiful.
Pro-shop: Fully stocked
Club Rentals: Good to call in advance to reserve – $60
Food: Yes –  Just breakfast sandwiches, then full menu lunch and dinner from The Grille.
Bar: Yes – a spacious lounge with a fully stocked bar & Restaurant East Bay Grill
Beverage cart: Yes – In-season depends on the weather
Caddie Service: No
Golf School: Pinehills Golf Academy provides quality PGA instruction.
Golf Lessons: Yes, individual lessons can be scheduled with qualified golf instructors.
Aeration: Generally mid-April and early October. Check with the course for exact dates.
Over-seeding: No or it coincides with the aeration schedule
Dress Code: Proper golf attire is required. Shirts must have collars and shorts must be Bermuda length. Tank tops, t-shirts, and denim are not permitted.
Metal Spikes: Not allowed
Alcohol allowed on the course: All food and beverages consumed on the property must be purchased from the Clubhouse or beverage cart. Absolutely no coolers allowed on golf carts.
Events and Group Outing: The Pavilion at Pinehills Golf Club is a beautiful, rustic-inspired clubhouse house perfect for weddings and private events.
Stay and Play packages: No
Bugs and Beasts:
Bugs: Mosquitoes – The northeast is home to a seemingly endless array of pesky insects from March until November. You can expect to encounter mosquitoes or No-see-ums (also known as sand flees orbiting midges). In New England, They have a few frustrating flies that bite…Black flies, deer flies, and horse flies are the most common. Either cover up or use a good bug repellant. And or hope for a nice ocean breeze.
Beasts: NO gators, bears, or wolves, but lots of different bees of varying types; careful to retrieve balls from or near hollowed or downed trees.  Be aware of the surroundings when looking for balls, and lead with a club.

Pinehills Golf Club – The Reese Jones Course

Photo provided by Pinehills Golf Club

Rees Jones Course Brief

Course Moto “Be a Member for the Day”. It is a very upscale daily-fee course that feels like a private club. It has 5 sets of tees that play from 5,185 to 7,243 yards. Designed By the Reese Jones team with Steve Weisser. The course is built up from the fabulous local topography. In the Jones team’s typical style, they developed the course to be both fun and challenging. The course has subtle details that you must pay attention to and gives you a different experience with every hole. The course features dramatic elevation changes, and the fairways are carved out of the thick pine forests. Some of these holes are very isolated, and you can barely see another group. The distance between holes makes walking nearly impossible. There are drives that must clear vast waste areas and avoid a thick forest on the sides of the fairways. There are uphill sharp dog legs and holes that are pretty average, so there is a nice combination. This juxtaposition of the course results is a lot of fun, but it is also a challenging test that requires good measures of thought and targeted shot-making from time to time.  Sometimes you find yourself playing downhill, then other times straight uphill. You can experience downhill drives of over 300 yards.  The course is built on the southwest section of a substantial 300-acre thickly forested property. The course has tree-lined fairways from start to finish. Although the width of the fairways never makes you feel closed in. However, beware of a bad tee shot, because it will find you in deep trouble with deep bunkers and terrain drop-offs that can make recovering difficult. I feel the course is beautifully designed and maintained. It definitely feels like a private course both in the quality of the course and the service rendered by the staff.  They make you feel like you are a member. Although it is simply a daily-fee golf course that is very exciting to play.

Pinehills – Rees Jones – Course Review
54 Clubhouse Dr., Plymouth, MA 02360, 508-209-3000
Website: https://www.pinehillsgolf.com/rates-policies/
Golf Digest Course Rating: 4.8
Designed by: Rees Jones and Steve Weisser
Course opened: 2001
Course Style: Parkland – Tree lined
Course Type: Semi-Private – Daily fee  
Course stats from back tees: Holes 18, Par 72,
Back Tees: Yards 7,175, Slope 135, Rating 73.8 
How Many Tees: 4
Grass: Fairways-Ben Grass, Greens-Ben Grass
Golf Season: Closes after Thanksgiving and reopens in March depending on the weather
Rates Include Green fees, Cart, Range Balls, and tax. Note – regarding range balls – No need to go to a ball machine as unlimited balls are available at each hitting bay.
Seasons and rates:
The rates provided below are our best estimates for 18 holes. Categorized by season, day of week, and morning/afternoon tee times. Please be aware that rates can vary significantly by course, so checking with the Pro Shop for the most accurate information is important. We recommend booking early to confirm your reservation, as rates are subject to change as the courses fill up. Additionally, inquire with the pro shop about walking, 9-hole, and twilight rates. Again, the season-based rates provided below are estimates obtained from conversations with the respective pro shops. These rates are further broken down by season, day of week, and time of day (AM/PM) and are subject to change.

Discount for 2nd round same day: $90 M-T, $105  F-S-H
Discounts: None for Senior, Military, or 1st responder discounts
Tee Time Booking: Tee Times may be reserved 7 days in advance by phone
Advanced Tee Times:  10 days in advance online. Further – Advanced tee times for weekends (Friday-Sunday) may be booked starting in February for the same calendar year.  Advanced tee times require full payment at the time of reservation.  To book an advanced tee times please call the Director of Golf – 508-209-3000 ext 116
Group Tee times scheduled: To book group tee time please call the Director of Golf – 508-209-3000 ext 116
Cancellation Policy: Tee-time reservations can be canceled 24 hours before tee-off without penalty. Groups will be accountable for full payment, including no-shows. Please call the Pro Shop ASAP if you have a no-show and we will try to fill the vacancy.
Power Cart Rates if not included in Green Fees: Included
GPS on All Carts: Yes
Walking: Discouraged and no discounts
Range Ball Rates if not included in Green Fees: Included
Driving Range: Yes – The range is large and offers unlimited balls,
Put and Chip Practice: The putting green and chipping greens are always in great shape.
Clubhouse: Yes – Restaurant, Bar – clubhouse and patio are beautiful.
Pro-shop: Fully stocked
Club Rentals: Yes but call in advance to reserve – $60
Food: Yes –  Just breakfast sandwiches, then full menu lunch and dinner from The Grille.
Bar: Yes – a spacious lounge with a fully stocked bar.
Beverage cart: Yes – In-season depends on weather
Caddie Service: No
Golf School: Yes – Pinehills Golf Academy provides quality PGA instruction.
Golf Lessons: Yes, individual lessons can be scheduled with qualified golf instructors.
Aeration: Generally mid-April and early October. Check with the course for exact dates.
Over-seeding: No or it coincides with the creation schedule
Dress Code: Proper golf attire is required. Shirts must have collars and shorts must be Bermuda length. Tank tops, t-shirts, and denim are not permitted.
Metal Spikes: Not allowed
Alcohol allowed on the course: All food and beverages consumed on the property must be purchased from the Clubhouse or beverage cart. No outside alcoholic may be brought onto the course. Absolutely no coolers allowed on golf carts.
Events and Group Outings: The Pavilion at Pinehills Golf Club is a beautiful, rustic-inspired clubhouse house perfect for weddings and private events. Located among the rolling hills.
Stay and Play Packages: No
Bugs and Beasts:
Bugs: Mosquitoes – The northeast is home to a seemingly endless array of pesky insects from March until November. You can expect to encounter mosquitoes or No-see-ums (also known as sand flees orbiting midges). In New England, They have a few frustrating flies that bite…Black flies, deer flies, and horse flies are the most common. Either cover up or use a good bug repellant. And or hope for a nice ocean breeze.
Beasts: NO gators, bears, or wolves, but lots of different bees of varying types; careful to retrieve balls from or near hollowed or downed trees.  Be aware of the surroundings when looking for balls, and lead with a club. 

Southers Marsh Golf Club

Photo provided by Southers Marsh – The Cranberry Harvest

Course Brief

This 18-hole executive-style course sits on thirty acres of scenic cranberry bogs. It plays like a full-length course and is highly rated and challenging, as I can attest. It is a beautiful Par 61, that plays from 2,907 to 4,111 from the back tees, with a Slope 112 and a Rating of 61.8.  Designed by Architect Nick Filla and Dahn Tibbett with Cranberry Bogs galore.  It turned out that Turfgrass and cranberries are complementary commodities for the owners. The course opened in July 2001. The Stearns family constructed it on their farm, where the same family has produced the cranberry bogs for more than 100 years.

To make a long story short, how this all developed; it was caused by ups and downs in the Cranberry business and a subsequent big and long dip. The family needed to do something to survive the downs. The owners understood that they needed to plant Grass around the bogs, which created an ah-ha moment.  Around 1995, Mr. Stern’s father planted a bog, and the younger Stearns said. “If I have to plant grass around the bog, I might as well put in a couple of golf holes.”  It is a beautiful course as it winds through the family’s 100-year-old, active cranberry bogs. With space somewhat limited for a course of 116 acres, It seems to me they went to great lengths to make sure the holes were varied and interesting, from the wide-open links to tree-lined corridors all surrounded by the Boggs. You need to hit every club in your bag.

Southers Mash Golf Club – Course Review

30 Southers Marsh Ln, Plymouth, MA, 02360-4797
(508) 830-3535
Website: https://southersmarsh.com/  or golf@southersmarsh.com
Golf Digest Course Rating: 4.5 stars
Designed By: Nick Filla and Dahn Tibbett Course Opened: 2001
Course Type: Semi-Private / Public
Course Style: links-style course – designed around many cranberry Boggs, Semi-undulating terrain with well-placed hazards that will challenge your play
Course stats from back tees: Holes 18, Par 61, Back Tees: Yds 4,111, USGA 61.8, Slope 112
How Many Tees: 4
Grass:   Fairways-Blue Grass, Greens-Bent
Golf Season: Mar – Early Dec – Depending on weather
Rates Include: Green fees and Tax
Dynamic Pricing: No
Seasons and Rates:
The rates provided below are our best estimates for 18 holes. Categorized by season, day of week, and morning/afternoon tee times. Please be aware that rates can vary significantly by course, so checking with the Pro Shop for the most accurate information is important. We recommend booking early to confirm your reservation, as rates are subject to change as the courses fill up. Additionally, inquire with the pro shop about walking, 9-hole, and twilight rates. Again, the season-based rates provided below are estimates obtained from conversations with the respective pro shops. These rates are further broken down by season, day of week, and time of day (AM/PM) and are subject to change.

Discounts 2nd Round: Half rate for a second round same day
Discounts: Seniors age 62 or greater $32 plus cart M-T, No – Military, or 1st responder discounts – Ask at the ncounter when checking in
Tee Time Booking: 8 days prior – Book on the website or call the pro shop. Note: They have a wait list sign-up.  So you can list your desired tee time and they will call/email when it is available.
Advanced Tee times: Yes, you need to call the operations manager/ and depending on the numbers, you might have to pre-pay
Group Tee Times scheduled: Yes, Need to call the operations manager/ and depending 0n the number of players
Cancellation Policy: 24 to 48 hours prior to play
Power Cart Rates if not included in Green Fees: $16
GPS on All Carts: No
Walking: Yes – $5 -Walking rates (M-T) $35, (F-S-H)  $50
Range Ball Rates if not included in Green Fees: Cost: 30 balls $4 for half bucket 60 Balls $8 for a full
Driving Range: Yes, both outdoor and indoor(in The Barn) driving with video screens. You need a reservation for the Toptracer Range for the Barn — For the Barn, 1 player = 1 bay for up to 4 people for 2 hours. If you would like to book for 4 hours, please make another reservation for the time slot 2 hours after your original reservation.  Outside, first come, first serve.
Put and Chip Practice: Yes a Putting and Chipping green Clubhouse: Yes
Pro Shop: Yes – fully stocked but small
Club Rentals: No
Food: Club House (Pub type food – Limited Lunch and Dinner 11am to 4pm)
Bar: Full service. Open from 10am.
Beverage Carts: Most of the time, especially in-season                        
Caddy Service: No
Golf School: No
Golf Lessons: Yes, individual lessons can be scheduled with qualified golf instructors.
Aeration: Generally late Nov early Dec – Check with the course for exact dates.
Over-seeding:  Yes – generally late in the season – Check with the pro shop.
Dress Code: No denim, collared shirt, pants or Bermuda shorts
Metal Spikes: Not allowed
Alcohol on the course: Only if it was purchased from the course – not your own
Events and Group Outings: Yes – Annually, they host more than 100 tournaments of at least 40 players 
Stay and Play Packages: No
Bugs and Beasts:
Bugs: Mosquitoes – The northeast is home to a seemingly endless array of pesky insects from March until November. You can expect to encounter mosquitoes or No-see-ums (also known as sand flees orbiting midges). In New England, They have a few frustrating flies that bite…Black flies, deer flies, and horse flies are the most common. Either cover up or use a good bug repellant. And or hope for a nice ocean breeze.
Beasts: NO gators, bears, or wolves, but lots of different bees of varying types; careful to retrieve balls from or near hollowed or downed trees.  Be aware of the surroundings when looking for balls, and lead with a club.

Waverly Oaks Golf Club-

Photo provided by Waverly Oaks GC

Course Brief

Waverly Oaks namesake came from a group of very large, magnificent, and very old white oak trees that grew near Boston but is said that they went extinct in the 1920s.  The trees are named after Sir Walter Scott’s Waverley novels, a series of historical fiction books written in the early 19th century that became associated with the strength, durability, and grandeur of the novel’s popularity and longevity. It seems, I guess a good fit, These trees, were majestic, strong, and long-lived and they are the courses’ namesakes. They were mature trees when the keel of the Mayflower touched the sparkling sands of Plymouth harbor.  The connection between the Waverley novels and oak trees has led to the naming of specific oak trees or groups of oaks as “Waverly Oaks.” And the Golf Course.

Now, Waverly Oaks Golf Club is an upscale, public daily-fee golf course located in historic Plymouth, Massachusetts.  “The Brian Silva design was built on 240 acres of natural hills, sand-based soils, and valleys with over 100 feet in elevation changes. It is an outstanding championship par 72 course that offers 4 sets of tees playing from 7,114 yards from the tips.”  There are wide rolling, really rolling, but fair fairways that provide an honest test of golf for players of all levels.  There is very little water that comes into play, only on two holes. The fairways are tree-lined and do a great job at separating the fairways. There are some forced carries over waste areas of fescue (These are gnarly grasses), along with some DEEP bunkers and rough that create lots of places to get into DEEP trouble. These can make some holes really tough and challenging.  Some tees are a considerable distance from the previous green, so walking is not a good idea.  Greens are beautifully maintained, as I can attest, and are large, undulating; not sure how true they are, but they are very fast but fair (says who.)

“Each hole makes you appreciate the design and the unique challenge at hand. Unlike other courses where your memories of your round can blend together, you’ll remember how you did on the unique and well-named holes like “Double Trouble,” “Saddle,” “Down,” “Eternity,” or the “Black Hole.”  The course goal, I am told, “is to create an environment that is unparalleled and committed to friendly and superb customer service.

 Course Review

444 Long Pond Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360 (508) 224-6700 x100567
Website: https://www.waverlyoaksgc.com/
Golf Digest Course Rating: 4.5 Stars & Best New Course
Course Open: 1998
Designed by: Brian Silva (A top course designer, a local from Framingham, MA)
Course Type: Public
Course Style: Tree-lined parkland. It has undulating terrain with quite a few slopes to climb.
Course stats from back tees: Holes 18, Par 72, Back Tees – Yds 7,112, USGA 73.1, Slope 137
How Many Tees: 5 sets
Grass:  Fairways-Ben Grass, Greens-Ben Grass
Golf Season: Closes winter season (depending on the weather)
Rates Include: Green fees, Cart, tax, GPS, and Range Balls.
Dynamic Pricing: Yes – As the course fills up the pricing increases. So lock in early and the cost will also be locked in no matter how much the course fills up.  Credit cards are required to hold the tee time but are not charged until your check-in day of play.
Seasons and Rates:
The rates provided below are our best estimates for 18 holes. Categorized by season, day of week, and morning/afternoon tee times. Please be aware that rates can vary significantly by course, so checking with the Pro Shop for the most accurate information is important. We recommend booking early to confirm your reservation, as rates are subject to change as the courses fill up. Additionally, inquire with the pro shop about walking, 9-hole, and twilight rates. Again, the season-based rates provided below are estimates obtained from conversations with the respective pro shops. These rates are further broken down by season, day of week, and time of day (AM/PM) and are subject to change.  Depending on the weather. Note rates and dates vary and are subject to change. So check with Pro-shop.

? Discount for 2nd round same day:
Discounts: None for Senior, Military, or 1st responder discounts
Tee times scheduled:  Book by calling the Pro Shop for tee times 7 days in advance (508) 224-6700 during posted business hours. A credit card is required to book and hold a reservation and will not be charged until you arrive at the club.
Advanced Tee times: Tee times for 18 Holes can be reserved for up to 10 days online.  To complete your reservation, you must click the “finish reservation” button.  Make sure you receive a confirmation number in your email confirming your tee time
Group Tee times:  Up to 3 foursomes can be booked online from Mon-Thu and Fri to Sun after 11am.  Call Mr. Landen x 105 to secure booking and rates for larger groups.  Groups are charged $3 per golfer and full payment is required on booking.
Cancellations: Tee-time reservations can be cancelled or changed without penalty until 12pm on the day prior to your tee time. Groups will be accountable for full payment.
Power Cart Rates if not included in Green Fees: Included
GPS on All Carts: Yes and included in the price
Walking: Not walkable at all
Range Ball Rates if not included in Green Fees: Included
Driving Range: yes  – Awkward driving range, but plenty sufficient to get you warmed up for your round. 
Put and Chip Practice: Putting and Chipping green adjacent to the Clubhouse.
Clubhouse: Full–service pub food restaurant, able to host large events.
Pro Shop: Yes full pro shop
Club Rentals: Yes – Must call ahead of time $63
Food: Club House (Grill Room – Lunch)
Bar: Full service.
Beverage Cart: No – but service & snack shack areas near tee boxes on holes 6 &13 and 7 & 14 holes                     
Caddie Service: No Golf School:  NOPE – but PGA teaching Pros are available
Aeration: Generally Early April and again Mid October. Check with the course for exact dates
Over-seeding: Check with the course for exact dates.
Dress Code: No denim, collared shirt, pants or Bermuda shorts
Metal Spikes: Not allowed
Alcohol on the course: Only if it was purchased from the course – not your own
Events and Group Outings: Yes Weddings, Meetings, Group outings, Golf tournaments etc.  Call for details.                              Bugs and Beasts:
Bugs: Mosquitoes – The northeast is home to a seemingly endless array of pesky insects from March until November. You can expect to encounter mosquitoes or No-see-ums (also known as sand flees orbiting midges). In New England, They have a few frustrating flies that bite…Black flies, deer flies, and horse flies are the most common. Either cover up or use a good bug repellant. And or hope for a nice ocean breeze.
Beasts: NO gators, bears, or wolves, but lots of different bees of varying types; careful to retrieve balls from or near hollowed or downed trees.  Be aware of the surroundings when looking for balls, and lead with a club.  .

Weather

Best time to go weather-wise:

The best time to visit Plymouth is from mid-June to October, the peak summer months – May 1 – Columbus Day.

The best time to go cost-wise, on average,
is SPRING. Opening in April to the 30th. FALL. After Columbus Day until Close.

Climate and Average Weather Year Round in Plymouth:
The summers are warm; the winters are very cold, snowy, and windy; and it is partly cloudy year round. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 22°F to 81°F and is rarely below 7°F or above 89°F.

Spring Weather in Plymouth
Daily high temperatures increase by 28°F, from 42°F to 70°F, rarely falling below 31°F or exceeding 81°F.
Daily low temperatures increase by 25°F, from 27°F to 53°F, rarely falling below 15°F or exceeding 61°F.

For reference, on July 20, the hottest day of the year, temperatures in Plymouth typically range from 64°F to 81°F, while on January 30, the coldest day of the year, they range from 22°F to 37°F.

Summer Weather in Plymouth:
Daily high temperatures increase by 5°F, from 70°F to 75°F, rarely falling below 58°F or exceeding 89°F. The highest daily average high temperature is 81°F on July 20.

Daily low temperatures increase by 6°F, from 53°F to 59°F, rarely falling below 45°F or exceeding 71°F. The highest daily average low temperature is 64°F on July 29.

For reference, on July 20, the hottest day of the year, temperatures in Plymouth typically range from 64°F to 81°F, while on January 30, the coldest day of the year, they range from 22°F to 37°F.

Fall Weather in Plymouth:
Daily high temperatures decrease by 28°F, from 75°F to 47°F, rarely falling below 35°F or exceeding 84°F.
Daily low temperatures decrease by 27°F, from 59°F to 32°F, rarely falling below 21°F or exceeding 68°F.

For reference, on July 20, the hottest day of the year, temperatures in Plymouth typically range from 64°F to 81°F, while on January 30, the coldest day of the year, they range from 22°F to 37°F.

Winter Weather in Plymouth,
Daily high temperatures decrease by 5°F, from 47°F to 42°F, rarely falling below 24°F or exceeding 58°F. The lowest daily average high temperature is 37°F on January 29.
Daily low temperatures decrease by 5°F, from 32°F to 27°F, rarely falling below 7°F or exceeding 44°F. The lowest daily average low temperature is 22°F on January 30.

For reference, on July 20, the hottest day of the year, temperatures in Plymouth typically range from 64°F to 81°F, while on January 30, the coldest day of the year, they range from 22°F to 37°F.

Thanks to: https://weatherspark.com/s/26829/3/Average-Winter-Weather-in-Plymouth-Massachusetts-United-States

NOAAs Sunrise and Sunset tables. 
(National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration)
If you are considering a double round, you will need to know when to plan your first and second tee times so you can get your second round in before sunset.

Just put the below address into your Web Browser and then select the city closest to your destination.

https://gml.noaa.gov/grad/solcalc/sunrise.html

Winter: December, January, February

Winter time in the Low country.  Temperatures range from 40 to 60 degree ands there is little to no snowfall. Dress accordingly. 

Adverse Weather:
Rainfall: November is typically the driest month, and July tends to be the rainiest.

Tornadoes: South Carolina averages about 11 tornadoes annually, ranking 26th in the nation. They are generally mild and short-lived.

Thunderstorm and Hurricane Season: Early June to late November, with peak hurricane activity in late August and early September.

Notes – Weather info mainly from “South Carolina Weather Year Around” and NOAA.

Link to South Carolina Weather – https://www.dnr.sc.gov/climate/sco/Publications/SCClimateOverview.pdf

NOAAs Sunrise and Sunset tables. 

(National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration) If you are considering a double round, you will need to know when to plan your first and second tee times so you can get your second round in before sunset.

Just put the below address into your Web Browser and then select the city closest to your destination.

https://gml.noaa.gov/grad/solcalc/sunrise.html

Lodging to Consider:

Note…Information compiled from public listings and user reviews on sites including Vrbo.com and HotelsOne.com.  Hotels are my choices to consider.

Whether you’re looking for a full-service hotel, a charming inn, or a private rental, Plymouth has something to make your golf trip comfortable and convenient.

Lodging Options in and Around Plymouth, MA
Plymouth offers a wide range of accommodations that suit various preferences and budgets—ideal for golfers looking to stay close to the area’s scenic courses. Most local golf courses are conveniently located within a 20–30 minute drive from many lodging options.

Here are a few places I would  consider:

Vacation Rentals (Vrbo)
Plymouth also features numerous vacation rental homes and condos, available through platforms like Vrbo, offering flexible options for families and groups…Browse Rentals

1620 Plymouth Harbor Hotel
Situated within The Shoppes at Village Landing, this centrally located hotel provides convenient access to downtown attractions and the waterfront.
180 Water St, Plymouth, MA 02360,  (508) 747-4900
https://1620-plymouth-harbor.hotelsone.com/

John Carver Inn & Spa
25 Summer Street, Plymouth, MA, (508) 746-7100
johncarverinn.com

Located near many of Plymouth’s most iconic historic sites—including Plymouth Rock, the Mayflower II, and the town’s waterfront, the John Carver Inn & Spa offers convenient access to the heart of colonial history. Built in honor of John Carver, the first governor of Plymouth Colony, the inn sits near the original Pilgrim settlement.

The hotel features a Colonial-style design and provides a range of amenities suitable for both families and couples. Guests can enjoy an indoor pool with a water slide, a full-service spa, a hot tub, and an on-site restaurant. Rooms are traditionally styled with updated amenities for comfort and convenience.

Mirbeau Inn & Spa
35 Landmark Drive, Plymouth, MA, (877) 647-2328
plymouth.mirbeau.com
Nestled in the Pinehills community of Plymouth, the Mirbeau Inn & Spa offers a peaceful retreat with 50 well-appointed guest rooms. The property is designed to evoke the atmosphere of a classic European estate, featuring a thoughtfully landscaped setting inspired by French gardens.

The inn is located just a short drive from downtown Plymouth and local beaches. Guests can enjoy an on-site spa, upscale dining options, and scenic outdoor spaces. With its tranquil setting and high-end amenities, Mirbeau is a popular choice for couples, spa-goers, and golf travelers looking to unwind.

Hotel features referenced from publicly available descriptions on plymouth.mirbeau.com.

Hilton Garden Inn – Plymouth
4 Home Depot Drive, Plymouth, MA 02360  (508) 830-0200
https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/pymmagi-hilton-garden-inn-plymouth/
I feel that this inn is conveniently located off Route 3, the Hilton Garden Inn Plymouth offers easy access to major local attractions. Plymouth Rock and the historic waterfront are just a few miles away, while several golf courses can be reached within a 20–30 minute drive.

The hotel features modern guest rooms and a range of amenities, including an indoor pool, fitness center, on-site dining, and free parking. Additional conveniences include complimentary Wi-Fi, pet-friendly rooms, digital key access, and meeting spaces for business travelers.

Shops and casual dining options are located nearby, making it a practical base for golfer guests.

Hotel features and amenities referenced from publicly available sources, including hilton.com.

Pilgrim Sands on Long Beach
150 Warren Avenue, Plymouth, MA, (508) 747-0900
pilgrimsandshotell.com.
Pilgrim Sands is a beachfront hotel offering direct access to Long Beach, making it a peaceful option for guests who enjoy ocean views and shoreline walks. Conveniently located just off the highway, it provides easy access to downtown Plymouth, local historical landmarks, golf courses.

The hotel features both indoor and outdoor pools, a hot tub, and free Wi-Fi throughout the property. All guest rooms are non-smoking and include amenities such as satellite TV (with HBO), a refrigerator, AM/FM alarm clock, hair dryer, iron and ironing board. Please note that pets are not allowed.

Note: Amenity details based on publicly available information from pilgrimsandshotell.com.

Hampton Inn & Suites in Plymouth
10 Plaza Way, Plymouth, MA 02360,  (508) 747-5000
hilton.com
The Hampton Inn & Suites offers a comfortable stay in historic Plymouth, located near shopping, restaurants, and major local attractions. The hotel features 122 rooms, including 32 studio suites.

Guest rooms include complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs with premium channels, mini-fridges, microwaves, coffee makers, and workspaces. Private bathrooms are equipped with essential toiletries, hair dryers, and combination tubs and showers. Ironing equipment and blackout curtains are also provided.

Amenities include an indoor pool, hot tub, fitness center, and free parking. Business travelers can make use of the business center, which offers both PC and Mac workstations, printers, and basic office support services.

The hotel is smoke-free and offers connecting rooms upon request.

Note: Information about amenities and services referenced from Hilton.com and publicly available hotel listings.

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Plymouth
16 Plaza Way, Plymouth, MA 02360, (508) 503-6699
marriott.com
Situated between Boston and Cape Cod, this hotel in Plymouth offers convenient access to local dining, shopping, and the downtown area. Popular golf courses are within a 20 to 30-minute drive, and historic attractions such as Plymouth Rock and the Plimoth Patuxet Museums are nearby.

Guests can enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi and spacious rooms equipped with large flat-screen TVs. The Corner Market is open around the clock, providing snacks, light meals, and beverages, while the hotel also features an on-site bar.

Facilities include a heated indoor pool and a fitness center. Each morning, a free breakfast with both continental and hot options is served, and free parking is available for guests.

Note: Hotel details summarized from publicly available information on marriott.com.

Restaurants to Consider:

 Note: Restaurant details summarized from publicly available information, Locals  and  the restaurant  web site.

East Bay Grille
73 Water St, Plymouth, MA 02360, (508) 746-9751
https://www.eastbaygrille.com/
Located within Shoppers Village Landing, East Bay Grille offers waterfront dining with views of the bay. The restaurant features a menu focused on American cuisine, highlighting fresh local seafood and steak options. It provides a comfortable atmosphere suitable for an after golf dining experience.

42 Degrees North
690 State Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360,  (508) 224-1500
https://www.42degreesnorthrestaurant.com/
Located in the Manomet neighborhood about 10 minutes from downtown Plymouth, they offer a menu that features a variety of steaks and seafood dishes. The restaurant places a strong focus on using fresh, locally sourced seafood that depends on the day’s catch from nearby fishermen. Golfers can expect generous portions at moderate prices in a coastal casual setting.

Mamma Mia’s Waterfront
122 Water St, Plymouth, MA 02360, (508) 747-4670
https://www.mammamias.net/
I am told that Mamma Mia’s Waterfront is known for its traditional Italian menu.  They feature all our favorites like.., pizza, pasta, and veal parmigiana. The restaurant has been family-owned since its founding by the Viscariello family, who originally immigrated from Airola, Italy, over 50 years ago. Now the restaurant is managed by the second generation. They work to provide authentic recipes made with fresh, homemade ingredients.

Today, through the efforts of the family’s second generation, Mamma Mia’s has expanded to six towns across the South Shore of Massachusetts, including Plymouth Waterfront, Plymouth Pinehills, Marshfield, Carver, Hanover, and our original location in Kingston. The note on their website “that each of their restaurants has their own unique charm that reflects the character of their surrounding communities”.

Salt Restaurant and Raw Bar
170 Water St, Suite 3, Plymouth, MA 02360, (774) 283-4660
saltrawbarplymouth.com
The Salt Restaurant and Raw Bar specialize in fresh local seafood and internationally inspired dishes. Located along the waterfront, the restaurant offers a contemporary menu that blends flavors from various cuisines around the world. Golfers can also enjoy a beautiful  wine selection, craft cocktails, and local beers in a casual coastal setting.

The restaurant embraces the theme of “salt” not just in name, but as a symbol of flavor and tradition, bringing together sea, air, and cuisine in every dish they serve.

Mission statement excerpt from saltrawbarplymouth.com.

The Blue-Eyed Crab Caribbean Grill & Rum Bar
170 Water St, Plymouth, MA 02360, 508) 747-6776
blue-eyedcrab.com
Located along the beautiful Plymouth’s scenic waterfront, The Blue-Eyed Crab has been serving Caribbean-inspired seafood and cocktails since 2007. Led by Chef Casey, the restaurant offers a menu that blends tropical flavors with New England seafood traditions.

It is a nice laid-back setting featuring both indoor and outdoor seating. It is a  welcoming spot for an after golf casual lunch to an evening dinner. Locals say it is known for its interesting dishes.
Note: Information adapted from publicly available sources, including blue-eyedcrab.com.

Martini’s Bar and Grill
50 Court St, Plymouth, MA 02360, (774) 773-9782
martinisbarandgrill.com
Martini’s Bar and Grill serves a diverse menu of American-style favorites, including chicken dishes, filet mignon, pork chops, Black Angus burgers, salads, and pasta. The kitchen emphasizes the use of fresh, locally sourced ingredients when available, including seasonal items from area farmers’ markets.

The venue is also known for its live entertainment. Jazz performances are featured on Tuesday nights, while Saturdays offer a rotating lineup of live music starting at 9:30 p.m. Weekly performance details are typically shared on the restaurant’s Facebook page. Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends.

Note: Information adapted from publicly available sources, including martinisbarandgrill.com

Things to do or discover:

Other Things to Do or Consider:

Note: Information adapted from publicly available sources, including various websites

Plymouth Rock – Pilgrim Memorial State Park
https://www.mass.gov/locations/pilgrim-memorial-state-park
Located along the waterfront, Plymouth Rock marks the traditional site where the Mayflower Pilgrims are believed to have first set foot in 1620. It remains one of the most visited landmarks in Plymouth and a powerful symbol of early American history.

Plimoth Patuxet Museums
https://plimoth.org/
This is a living history museum that offers a recreated 17th-century English village and a Wampanoag homesite. This from my experience provides visitors with a captivating  look into what life was like during these early colonial periods. Costumed interpreters and educators help bring the story of the Pilgrims and Native people to life through hands-on exhibits and demonstrations.
Mayflower II
https://plimoth.org/plan-your-visit/explore-our-sites/mayflower-ii

The Mayflower II is a full-scale reproduction of the original 17th-century ship that brought the Pilgrims to New England. This reproduction was built in England and launched in 1957, the vessel sailed to the U.S. under Captain Alan Villiers with a crew of 33. Today, she is permanently docked in Plymouth Harbor and serves as a historical exhibit. Following a multi-year restoration, the ship returned in 2020 and was officially listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It now functions as an educational resource and maritime symbol of early American history.

Mayflower Brewing Company
https://www.mayflowerbrewing.com
Mayflower Brewing is a locally owned craft brewery in Plymouth that produces and packages its beer on-site in a 9,000-square-foot facility. The brewery features a tasting room and retail shop, where visitors can explore a variety of house-made beers.
Guests are welcome to enjoy a pint or a sample flight indoors or outside at the picnic tables. The brewery frequently hosts events such as live music and food trucks, and offers guided tours on select days. Families and leashed dogs are welcome, making it a casual and inviting spot for locals and visitors alike.

High Limb Cider
https://www.highlimbcider.com
High Limb Cider is a locally owned cidery known for its small-batch, handcrafted ciders. This is made with fresh-pressed apples. Their flagship cider, which helped launch the brand, was recently awarded a Silver Medal at the U.S. Open Cider Championship.
Visitors to the taproom can enjoy a rotating menu of cider varieties, available by the glass or as a tasting flight. The space also features a food menu that includes regional snacks and shareable plates, offering a relaxed setting to explore cider and food pairings.

Dolphin and Whale Watch Excursions from Plymouth
https://www.captjohn.com/

Here is one to consider – “Captain John Boats,”  These guys are well-known and offer whale watching tours that depart from Town Wharf in Plymouth. These excursions generally  head to the Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary. This is an important feeding ground for many whale species.

Depending on the season and conditions, sightings may include humpback, finback, minke, and pilot whales. And occasionally the endangered North Atlantic Right Whale. Most tours include commentary from trained naturalists, who share educational insights about the local marine ecosystem and the wildlife encountered during the trip.

Fishing – Try Flatliner Charters
https://flatlinercharters.com
Plymouth’s long coastline along Cape Cod Bay and the Atlantic  – In fact the coastline of Plymouth, MA is 37 miles long according to Mass,gov. This makes the area  a popular destination for deep-sea fishing.  Flatliner Charters offers guided fishing trips targeting seasonal species such as bluefin tuna, thresher shark, haddock, flounder, cod, and striped bass.

The charter includes all necessary equipment, including rods, reels, tackle, and bait. Guests are welcome to keep their catch, and the crew will clean and fillet the fish at the end of the trip. This is a great option for both seasoned anglers and those new to offshore fishing.

The above are just a few suggestions, there are many more to explore.

How to get there:

How to Get to Plymouth, MA

By Air:  T.F. Green Airport (PVD) in Providence, Rhode Island, is, approximately 43 miles southwest of Plymouth, with a typical drive time of just under an hour.

Another nearby option is Boston’s Logan International Airport (BOS), roughly 40 miles (64 km) to the north. Plymouth is part of Massachusetts’ South Shore region, making it an easy drive from Boston.

By Car:
Plymouth is reachable via several major highways and is about: 48 minutes from Boston, 56 minutes from Providence, RI.