Not all golf courses are created equal. At Sailfish Point on the Treasure Coast, fairways meander towards the ocean, and every hole tells a story of sand, sea, and sanctuary. Take the tour and see why this coastal masterpiece is elevated far beyond the game.
On Florida’s Treasure Coast, the Jack Nicklaus Signature Course at Sailfish Point offers more than postcard-worthy views — it asks golfers to think. From the opening tee shot framed by the Atlantic breeze to greens guarded by water and bunkers, strategy is always part of the round. What makes the experience stand out, though, is its balance. Let’s step inside this private Florida golf lifestyle.
Treasure Coast Golf on the Edge of the Ocean
At Sailfish Point, nature is as much a playing partner as the clubs in a golfer’s bag. The Atlantic Ocean, St. Lucie Inlet, and Indian River wrap the layout on three sides, giving nearly every hole a panoramic backdrop. The breeze off the ocean shifts with the day, sometimes helping, sometimes hurting, but always asking golfers to adjust their approach.
“I think you’d be hard challenged to find a place that has golf in a setting like this,” shared Sailfish Point Member Ann Louise Price. “We are surrounded by water on all sides – the huge ocean on one side, the inlet, and then the wide Intracoastal. No place has that.”
Tournament-Caliber Demands
Low-handicap players will find a thoughtful challenge on a course that has hosted the South Florida PGA Professional Championship. From the back tees, approaches are asked to carry to well-protected greens, and fairways framed by water and bunkers demand accuracy over power. Nicklaus’s trademark high-flashed bunkers add both visual drama and strategic weight, forcing careful shot placement across the layout. Underfoot, the TifEagle Bermuda grass provides a smooth, reliable surface that keeps the course playing true in every season.
A Friendly Side of Nicklaus’ Design
While the back tees bring out the course’s bite, five sets of tees ensure Sailfish Point remains approachable for all levels of play. From the forward markers, the layout stretches just under 5,000 yards. Here, the focus shifts to enjoying the rhythm of the game against a backdrop of dunes, mangroves, and shoreline that seem to follow every swing.
For Sailfish Point Member David Lusk, hole 14 has one of the best views. “It’s one of the more difficult holes, but there is a short drive as you leave your third shot around to the green,” said Lusk. “It takes you out to the Intracoastal, then out to the St. Lucie Inlet, and then around by the ocean. Every time I’ve driven that corner, I am so pleased that I live at Sailfish Point.”
Fairways Where Wildlife Joins the Round
The Nicklaus Course at Sailfish Point not only stands out for its design but also for its integration with nature. Careful maintenance practices have earned the layout recognition as a Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary. Yet, golfers will notice it less in labels and more in the way the land feels alive. Egrets lift from the mangroves, herons trace the edges of lagoons, and wood storks patrol the shoreline. There’s even an apiary program with bees along the course that helps sustain the environment. The result is a setting where the natural rhythm of the Treasure Coast becomes inseparable from the rhythm of the game.
“We have things that you just don’t see,” shared Sailfish Point Member Alison McMahon. “I’m from New Jersey, so we have shore birds, but we don’t have the spoonbills, herons, or egrets. It’s all the wildlife, plus the beauty of the course and plantings itself. They take such good care of it here.”
An Irreplicable Florida Golf Lifestyle
Beyond the course, Sailfish Point offers an array of amenities that reflect the community’s elevated, coastal lifestyle. The full-service marina—one of the largest privately owned in Florida—features 84 slips for vessels up to 100 feet, along with 45 dry slips. At the heart of it all is the 60,000-square-foot Oceanfront Clubhouse, home to dining venues, a resort-style pool, seven HydroGrid tennis courts, and four pickleball courts. The Fitness Center supports every level of training, with top-tier equipment and personal guidance available. For those seeking relaxation, the Spa offers massages and facials steps from the Atlantic.
With its unmatched setting, Sailfish Point stands among Florida’s most coveted oceanfront communities. Few residences are available at any time, making each opportunity to join this luxury lifestyle rare. From spacious beachfront estates and oceanfront condominiums to golf course villas and townhomes with private docks, Sailfish Point is home to a diverse range of living options. Explore the latest homes at SailfishPoint.com or call the Sailfish Point Realty team at 772-225-6200 to arrange a private showing.
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