Destination: Ponte Vedra Beach

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Dye's Valley Course at TPC Sawgrass is also a tough test for visitors to Ponte Vedra Beach.

May. 2, 2010
By LINKS Magazine

Home to the PGA TOUR and some of its players (not to mention THE PLAYERS Championship), this quintessential beach burg offers small-town ambiance infused with some big-city sophistication.

WHERE TO PLAY

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Jacksonville Beach Golf Club: A recent renovation has given a fresh look to this municipal layout just up the coast from Ponte Vedra that offers a low-key golf experience that is a welcome respite from Sawgrass' demands.

TPC Sawgrass: With numerous hazards -- both sand water -- the Dye's Valley course is the perfect warm-up before stepping on to the Players Stadium course, the most terror-filled round you'll ever love.

Windsor Parke Golf Club: Water guards nine greens, so you had better be on top of your iron game at this Arthur Hills design, which has hosted more U.S. Golf Association qualifying events than any other course in Jacksonville.

WHERE TO STAY

One Ocean Resort Hotel & Spa: Guests of this new beach resort, located in the Beaches Town Center, have access to the private layout at Queen's Harbour Yacht & Country Club.

Ponte Vedra Inn & Club: For more than 80 years, this Florida landmark has enabled visitors to stay just steps from the Atlantic while also playing two classic layouts freshened by ocean breezes.

Sawgrass Marriott: In addition to being able to tee it up at TPC Sawgrass, guests can play other layouts including Sawgrass Country Club, the site of the first five PLAYERS Championships, from 1977 to 1981.

WHERE TO EAT

Cap's on the Water: Located on the Intracoastal Waterway, this institution offers fresh seafood in a casual outdoor environment as well in a formal dining room that is more intimate.

Nineteen: Overlooking the 18th green of THE PLAYERS Stadium course, the TPC Sawgrass' signature restaurant is the perfect place to cap a memorable day at one of golf's finest addresses.

Restaurant Medure: Perfect for special occasions, this culinary institution recently reopened after a renovation. The atmosphere and food, like barbecued braised short ribs on creamy polenta, are better than ever.