Modeled after the great links courses of the British Isles, Heathland at Legends Golf Resort offers a wide-open, wind-swept experience unlike most other courses on the Grand Strand. Designed by Tom Doak—one of golf’s most revered modern architects—Heathland is a minimalist masterpiece that prioritizes strategy, creativity, and course management over brute strength.

This is golf the old way: wide fairways, firm turf, natural contours, and infinite shot options.

Course Overview

Heathland trades tree-lined fairways for vast vistas and rolling terrain. Inspired by Scottish and Irish classics like St. Andrews and Lahinch, the course uses natural elevation changes, pot bunkers, and large, fast greens to test your touch. The wind is often a factor here, just like overseas.

  • Architect: Tom Doak

  • Difficulty: Moderate (but challenging in the wind)

  • Yardage: 6,785 yards from the tips

  • Slope / Rating: 127 / 71.2

  • Course Type: Resort / Public

  • Greens: TifEagle Bermuda

  • Signature Hole: #13 – A par 4 that demands precision and imagination with a crowned green flanked by deep bunkers

The Golfer’s Review

Heathland is a thinking golfer’s course. Every hole gives you room to miss off the tee, but the approaches are tricky, and short-sided misses will leave you scratching your head. I love how it makes you hit creative shots—punches, bump-and-runs, and high soft flops. If you like links-style golf, it’s a must-play. If you’ve never tried it, this is a great introduction without needing a passport.

Amenities

Heathland shares its facilities with the entire Legends Golf Resort, giving you a top-tier golf resort experience from start to finish.

  • Practice Area: Huge range, putting green, and short game space

  • Pro Shop: Packed with apparel and gear from all three Legends courses

  • Dining: The Ailsa Pub—classic Scottish-style food, drinks, and plenty of post-round laughs

  • Stay & Play: Lodging available through Legends’ on-site villas and condos

  • Package Perks: Many rounds include breakfast, lunch, and drinks

Location

  • Address: 1500 Legends Rd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579

  • Distance from Central Myrtle Beach: ~15–20 minutes west of downtown

  • Nearby Attractions: Carolina Forest, Tanger Outlets, Coastal Grand Mall

Heathland at Legends is a refreshing change of pace for golfers who want something different than the tree-lined, water-heavy courses typical of Myrtle Beach. It’s pure golf with room to breathe—and room to think.

Pro Tip: Don’t fear the fairway bunkers—fear the greenside traps. Better to be 10 yards short than 2 feet in the wrong spot.