Jeanne

After watching the golf spectacular at Pebble Beach, I am wondering if the public is allowed on this golf course? If not, is the club house open for dining? I would really like to view this course up close is this possible?

CMcDaniel

If you can get on AND have the inclination to spend $250-275(?) in greens fees, you can play it. You may also need a fore caddy so more $$.

There was a small shop there where we bought sandwiches then ate out on the lawn.

terri

Yes, anyone can play Pebble Beach. You must make reservations well in advance. A round costs in the neighborhood of $325 - $350. There is a great restaurant and nice shops on site. We have played there a few times and were there for the Pro-Am this year. The views are spectacular, as is the course.

There is probably a website for more specifics. I would do a search with one of the search engines.

kam

Pebble Beach in indeed open to the public with very stiff green's fees (and I believe a caddy is mandatory, but check on that)If you don't want to play, however, you can see a bit of the course by driving the 17 Mile Drive. The restaurant at the 18th hole is lovely with a pretty patio in good weather and good food. The Lodge at Pebble Beach is also open to the public for about $400 per night. My husband and some friends played Pebble about a year ago. We figured we spent about $1000/day with fees, room and meals. As we drove out of the property his comment was "I hate this golf course!"--read: husband vs. course, course won! It's a course to challenge the best of golfers (husband obviously is not one of them), but a unique place to visit.

Jeanne

Thanks for all the input. Your advice will make our vacation much more enjoyable. Appreciate all the different viewpoints.

Dan

Jeanne: we stopped at Pebble Beach about 4 years ago on our way along the 17-mile drive; we had a lovely lunch overlooking the 18th hole (I thought I was too casually dressed, but the staff told me I was just fine). We didn't play golf, but wandered around the shops, etc., and felt it was a worthwhile stop.

Jeanne

Dear Dan, I appreciate the reply. Can't wait to add this stop to our tour. Thanks, Jeanne

Bob

We live in the area. A great place to eat along the 17 Mile Drive is at Spanish Bay Resort, a 4 star resort and golf course. Name of the restaurant is Roy's. Roy has a place in Hawaii and Spanish Bay had him open this one at the resort. They have a bag piper march every evening to close down the golf course. You can enjoy that from the outdoor patio and then go into Roy's for dinner. Another plus: If you have reservations at Roy's you do not have to pay the $7.50 per car charge to drive the 17 Mile Drive. Go early, have a drink at Pebble Lodge in the Tap room and then head down to Spanish Bay. A great evening. (Roy's is also country club casual and not too expensive)

Jeanne

Thanks to everyone who responded to my posting. Lots of good suggestions. Can't wait to make the trip.