Kings Way Golf Club in Yarmouth Port, MA is an amazing course located in the middle of Cape Cod. As an executive course situated within a community of townhomes, it offers golf, tennis and walking trails. The course is designed to provide a quick, challenging round for a memorable experience.
Designed by renowned golf architect Brian Silva, golfers can see his characteristic layout patterns throughout. You can expect to make intriguing shot selections, see cleverly placed bunkers, and enjoy a course that encourages you to play strategically. It plays at just under 4000 yards and is a par 60, and designed for efficiency and fun. The course has three par-4s and one par-5 and the rest are par-3s. It is a great opportunity to play a full round of golf that won’t take up half of your day. It is located just off route 6, right before the major traffic backs up when going to the Outer Cape.
Despite being an executive course, Kings Way has some teeth! It is full of short holes that present a lot of challenges. The sand bunkers are huge, and the greens are lightning fast. If you think you can get out of there under par because it is so short, think again. This collection of par-3s will test your golf shot and your mental toughness. There is no letting up as you deal with huge elevation changes from tee to green.
Even though the course is short, compared to some of the other 6500+ yards 18-hole courses on the Cape, this one is worth your time. Kings Way is designed for golfers of all abilities to enjoy a challenging and memorable round. The front-9 is easier to walk because there are less elevation changes, but there are some long walks between holes. The back-9 is very hilly so I would recommend a cart if you were playing a full round.
You will use every club in your bag as the par-3s range from 145-200 yards. The par-4s and reachable par-5 will likely require a driver off the tee. The true test of this course, and any par 3, is that you have little margin for error. If you miss a green, then you must chip it close to save par. You don’t have the luxury of correcting an errant tee shot with a great approach. I played the course right at my handicap of +11 for a 71. There were some shots that I left out there and a few lost balls, but I had a great time trying to navigate the natural contours of this classic Cape Cod layout.
It is a shorter course that provides a fast round, but the draw of Kings Way is its variety. You could play there two days in a row and shoot completely different scores. The sloped greens, huge bunkers, and drastic elevation changes will present a new challenge each time you play. The complexities combined with the overall quality of the course are why you should take the trip to Yarmouth Port.
LOCAL FOOD
Il Montebello serves authentic Italian cuisine using quality ingredients. It’s located next to the clubhouse at Kings Way so it’s a convenient choice for after your round. They have all the classics plus rotating specials. I opted for the Fresh Linguine Alla Frutti di Mare, which had shrimp, mussels, clams, calamari, fresh tomatoes, and parsley, with a white sauce. It was delicious! There is an outdoor patio that overlooks the 1st tee box and 9th green to sit and enjoy your food and drinks. Speaking of drinks, they have 18 signature martinis, margaritas, and a full list of other creative cocktails to enjoy.
If you are craving even more seafood while golfing on the Cape, then check out Captain Parker’s Pub in West Yarmouth. Established in 1981, Captain Parker’s serves all the traditional Cape Cod classics like lobster rolls, fried seafood platters, and hearty burgers. But what you really need to try is their award-winning New England clam chowder in their signature bread bowl. This meal has been featured on the Food Network and it does not disappoint.
Rounding out your food choices near Kings Way, is Sea Dog Brew Pub in South Yarmouth. This is a great spot to enjoy some craft beers and sandwiches after golf. In addition to Sea Dog beers on tap, they also have other New England craft beers like Mayflower, Mighty Squirrel, or my favorite, Devil’s Purse.
