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The Sands Torquay

📍 2 Sands Boulevard, Torquay VIC 3228

Semi-Private Club Golfer's Quick Verdict
2026 Rate Card Verified

Championship Quality · Visitor Play Welcome

An established member club in Torquay providing quality course presentation with dedicated visitor tee-time windows throughout the week outside peak competition fields.

⏱️ Access Tier
Visitor Windows Available
Greens Surface
Bentgrass
🚗 Cart Availability
Motorised Carts On-Site
💰 Green Fees
From $95.00 AUD
💳 Booking Protocol
Online & Pro Shop
📖 Complete Course Guide

About The Sands Torquay: Layout, Greens & Visitor Protocol

Championship 18-hole links-style resort course designed by Stuart Appleby, featuring coastal wetlands, deep revetted pot bunkers, and bentgrass greens at the start of the Great Ocean Road.

🚶 Course Terrain & Topography: Undulating Coastal Links
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Course Setting, Layout & Architecture

Featuring an 18-hole championship layout in Torquay, The Sands Torquay challenges golfers across Surf Coast & Great Ocean Road. Championship 18-hole links-style resort course designed by Stuart Appleby, featuring coastal wetlands, deep revetted pot bunkers, and bentgrass greens at the start of the Great Ocean Road. The card records a 18-hole composite course configuration.

Playing across undulating coastal links terrain, The Sands Torquay in Torquay creates varied lies and visual interest across both nines.

Greens, Fairways & Playing Experience

Featuring manicured Bentgrass, the course at The Sands Torquay in Torquay provides slick, predictable putting conditions that test pace control.

Underfoot, the Fescue / Couch fairways at The Sands Torquay produce consistent lies and dependable turf interaction across Torquay.

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Visitor Play, Tee Times & Payment Protocol

As a respected semi-private club in Surf Coast & Great Ocean Road, The Sands Torquay extends visitor playing opportunities between member competitions in Torquay.

Travelling players should book tee times at The Sands Torquay with the official online tee sheet. Verified rates stand at from $95.00 AUD.

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Practice Facilities, Equipment & 19th Hole

A fleet of motorised carts is maintained for player hire at The Sands Torquay in Torquay. Early booking is advised for morning rounds.

Practice amenities at The Sands Torquay include a dedicated driving range, a manicured practice putting green, providing players in Torquay ample opportunity to tune their game.

The Sands Torquay welcomes players into its licensed 19th hole for post-game drinks, scorecard tallying, and friendly conversation in Torquay.

Verified Pricing

Green Fees & Hire Rates

Audited: 2026-09-06

All prices are in Australian Dollars (AUD) and reflect independent verified club disclosures.

💰 Verified Green Fees & Rate Card

Motorised Cart Hire (18 Holes) $50.00
Twilight 18 Holes $60.00
Standard 18 Holes $95.00
Course Amenities

Clubhouse & Practice Facilities

Facility Amenities & Equipment

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Driving Range
Practice Putting Green
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Motorised Carts Available
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Pro Shop & Equipment
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Licensed Bar & Bistro
Regional Head-to-Head

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Golfer Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions — The Sands Torquay

Can visitors and non-members play at The Sands Torquay?
Yes, visitors are welcome. The Sands Torquay is a Tier 2 (Semi-Private) golf club that provides designated public visitor tee-time windows throughout the week (typically midweek, Sundays, and non-competition times). Advance booking is recommended.
How much are green fees at The Sands Torquay?
Official verified rates for The Sands Torquay: motorised cart 18h: $50.00 AUD, twilight 18h: $60.00 AUD, standard 18h: $95.00 AUD. Verified directly from club rate cards (audited: 2026-09-06).
Does The Sands Torquay have motorised golf carts for hire?
Yes, motorised golf carts are available for hire at The Sands Torquay. Advance cart bookings with the pro shop are recommended.
What is the dress code at The Sands Torquay?
Neat casual golf attire is required at The Sands Torquay. Collared polo shirts, tailored pants or shorts, and soft-spike golf shoes or runners are expected.
Do I need an official Golf Australia handicap to play at The Sands Torquay?
No handicap is required for general social and visitor rounds at The Sands Torquay. However, if you wish to participate in weekly official club competitions (such as Wednesday or Saturday member fields), an active Golf Australia handicap and GolfLink number are required.

Course Information

Access Tier
Tier 2: Semi-Private (Visitors Welcome)
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