Golf

“Golf is the closest game to the game we call life. You get bad breaks from good shots; you get good breaks from bad shots – but you have to play the ball as it lies." -Bobby Jones

Hardly any other sport puts you into contact with nature as much as golf does. Picture yourself looking at the beauty of the Appalachian Mountains, taking a deep breath, and enjoying the smell of the fresh cut grass and the feel of the morning dew. It's not only a calming experience for the round to come, but it also reminds you that the simple things in life are what matter most.

Guests staying at Meraki Escape's luxury mountain cabins can take their swing at several public golf courses that offer a range of iconic mountain views and challenging gameplay. There are also many great private courses in the area so if you’re lucky enough to be friends with a membership, make sure you take advantage and enjoy it to the fullest.

ForeU Golf Driving Rage & Golf Simulator

Located 13.9 miles from Meraki Escape. Swing from the valley into the mountain range. What makes the golf swing so hard is the fact that is stimulates in perfect coordination a chain of muscles hardly used during our daily routine. In fact, to make a perfect swing a golfer requires balance, flexibility, coordination and power. To train all these components at the same time, functional training is essential. Enjoy one of the most beautiful views as you practice at their driving range and golf simulator.

Sapphire National Golf Club

Located just 16 miles from Meraki Escape. This 18-hole course boasts premier playing conditions, tranquil mountain views and dramatic elevation changes. It is suitable for golfers of all skill levels and has a driving range and practice facility.

Sapphire National Golf Club is the only golf course in the Highlands, Cashiers, and Sapphire region that is open to the public. Recipient of the prestigious 4 ½ star golf course rating from Golf Digest, the golf course recently completed a multi-million-dollar renovation. Sapphire National Golf Club offers the ultimate memorable experience for all avid golfers, from its dramatic par 4, 13th hole that is nestled beside a majestic waterfall, to the postcard Par 3, 15th hole that hosts an island green. Further, Sapphire National boasts a partnership with Sapphire Mountain Brewing Company, a full-service restaurant and bar that showcases the region's finest craft beers and overlooks the 8th and 18th holes at Sapphire National. This affiliation has redefined North Carolina's golfing and social experience.

Connestee Falls Golf Club

Located 16 miles from Meraki Escape. Semi-private course featuring challenging holes and stunning mountain views. The public is welcome but there are limited tee times available for non-members. The championship George Cobb designed 18-hole course offers exceptional play at 3,200+ feet above sea level. Enjoy a memorable experience on a course kind to beginners and challenging to the best players. Multiple tee boxes offer play from 3,000 to 6,500 yards. The course, which winds through the mountains with beautiful vistas along the way, also features a multi-functional practice green.

The Rock Golf Club

Located 21 miles from Meraki Escape. Test your skills on their breath-taking mountain golf course, one of the top courses in the Upcountry. The course comprises 18 challenging holes on 112 acres with breathtaking vistas. The signature #8 tee box overlooks one of the loveliest waterfalls in the area. The Rock Golf Club & Resort offers the golf experience of a lifetime with magnificent landscapes and elevation changes that will captivate as well as bring enjoyment to a round of golf you'll never forget.