Nevis Golf Association
The island's local golf club ΓÇö where Nevisian golfers actually tee off
Why Go
Forget the manicured Four Seasons course for a moment. The Nevis Golf Association is the community-run club where locals swing clubs after work, families join up together, and a full round takes less than two hours.
The Experience
Tucked off Island Road just outside Charlestown, the Nevis Golf Association is the island's homegrown alternative to resort golf. The compact par-36 layout works with just three greens and twelve tees, letting you loop through in about 90 minutes ΓÇö perfect for a sunset round when the trade winds pick up and the light turns gold over the Caribbean. It's unpretentious, welcoming, and unmistakably Nevisian: expect friendly ribbing at the tee box, vervet monkeys watching from the tree line, and the kind of relaxed pace that reminds you Nevis has just 11,000 residents. Membership covers the whole family plus guests, so if you're on-island for a while and want to plug into the local sports scene, this is your entry point.
What to Try
Play a full loop of the par-36 course ΓÇö because the same greens are approached from different tees, no two holes feel alike. Chat up the regulars for stories about the annual club tournaments and inter-island matches against St. Kitts. If you're a beginner, ask about casual instruction; the community here is patient with visitors who show genuine interest. Time your round for late afternoon when the heat breaks and Mount Nevis catches the light.
Insider Tip
Call or email ahead (nevisgolf@gmail.com / +1 869-660-8111) before showing up ΓÇö this is a members' club, not a resort tee sheet, and access for visitors is handled personally. Mention you're staying on-island and want to play with locals; that opens more doors than asking for a 'guest round.' Bring cash for any casual green fees or clubhouse drinks.
The Practical Stuff
Located on Island Road, Charlestown, Nevis. Par-36 layout, 3 greens / 12 tees, playable in under 2 hours. Contact: nevisgolf@gmail.com or +1 869-660-8111. Family and guest memberships available. No pro shop ΓÇö bring your own clubs or arrange rentals in advance. Best played late afternoon to avoid midday heat.
Pair It With
- 869 Sports Bar & Grill Guide — The natural post-round stop for a cold Carib and to keep talking golf with the regulars who just finished their own loop.
- Birthplace of Alexander Hamilton Guide — A short drive back into Charlestown pairs your morning round with Nevis's most famous historical site ΓÇö the small museum takes about an hour.
- Bananas Restaurant Guide — For a proper sit-down dinner after golf, this hillside spot serves elevated Caribbean fare with sunset views over the same coast you just played.